imaum

• Существительное, обозначающее религиозного лидера в исламе; в частности, человека, который ведёт молитвы в мечети, а для шиитов — признанного авторитета в исламском богословии, праве и духовного наставника.

A noun referring to a religious leader in Islam; specifically, the person who leads prayers in a mosque, and for Shiites, a recognized authority on Islamic theology, law, and a spiritual guide.

1. Islamic prayer leaderB2formal

   A person who leads the congregation in prayers at a mosque.

   Имам

   • The imam led the Friday prayers with great devotion.
   • He was appointed as the imam of the local mosque.
   • The community gathered to hear the imam's sermon.

   Synonymsimam

2. Shiite spiritual authorityC1formal

   For Shiite Muslims, a recognized authority on Islamic theology, law, and a spiritual guide.

   Имам

   • The Shiite imam is considered a direct descendant of the Prophet.
   • He studied under a famous imam to deepen his understanding of theology.
   • The imam's teachings influenced many followers in the region.